RentMen:
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
NathanParker:
I like to write, sing, dance, and read. In my spare time I'm usually catching up with friends, either via text or in person. I love to stay connected, and value that above many other things in life - making sure that someone knows I am there in the event I'm needed. Or that I cherish and value their presence in my life.
RentMen:
What do you do for fun?
NathanParker:
I'm usually reading a book (Sci-Fi/Fantasy), listening to music (whatever, typically something chill), driving around the city aimlessly or hanging with friends. I go out dancing fairly often, don't drink much, and can usually be found singing karaoke somewhere in the city at any night. I've recently thrown off the shackles of the 9-to-5 in search of something more fulfilling, after leaving a fairly high-paying job with the realization that I was chasing someone else's dream. So the sky is the limit for me, right now. :)
RentMen:
What would you say are your greatest attributes?
NathanParker:
I am incredibly adaptable. I don't even typically think about it, I just shift my perspective or expectations into something new within a few moments and am just as anxious or eager for what's new as I was for the old. The amount of change I can enact in a 10min period can often confuse the hell out of someone, especially if they weren't there to witness any of it. I can leave you to go get a pack of smokes and come back with a pink/purple wig, a new friend, a fifth of whiskey, and am grabbing for your hand telling you about some party we're going to. Still no smokes though, hahah.
My energy isn't erratic, however - I absorb the vibe from others and shift my own accordingly, but tend to bring others around me to something more energetic naturally after enough time spent together. I specialize in making something of any moment, so as to leave a lasting impression. I also have a story for practically anything, and am always on the hunt for a new one to create.
RentMen:
How do you go the 'Extra Mile' in your life?
NathanParker:
I'm the kind of guy who notices much, either through subtle signs or otherwise quiet moments that one is unguarded but seemingly unnoticed. Through that, I usually will anticipate needs before they're spoken, or I have a penchant for dropping off a small gift or well needed something without comment. I love to come prepared and so if we dally more than once, I will likely return with something very specific that is sure to be a pleasure that you didn't know you needed or weren't sure I noticed you wanted.
Outside of that? Providing an authentically fun and present experience is my personal "extra mile" - I tend to be the guy at the party who makes eye contact with you after your story fell flat or got interrupted, letting you know I was listening and would love to hear the rest. I can inject life or humor into nearly any moment, and I am always down to do something weird or spontaneous if I have a partner-in-crime.
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